Hybrid with presence 2 days a week in Leeds Office (LS25 1NB) Travel across the business to our homes and schools.
We’re looking for a dynamic, values-led Head of Employee Relations & Employee Experience (ER & EX) to shape and lead a high-performing HR function that truly puts people at the heart of everything we do. As part of our senior People Team, you’ll ensure our employees feel supported, empowered, and inspired — so they can deliver life-changing care and education to children and young people across our residential children’s homes and SEND schools. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, and working closely with the Head of Talent Acquisition and Development, you’ll drive collaboration across HR and operational leadership — ensuring every stage of the employee journey is consistent, positive, and purpose-driven.
Lead HR Business Partnering: Deliver a proactive, high-quality, and solution-focused HR service aligned to business needs.
Oversee all employee relations activity, ensuring consistency, compliance, and compassion in every decision.
Drive initiatives that enhance well-being, engagement, inclusion, and recognition across all teams.
Safeguard & Govern: Ensure HR operations meet employment law, Ofsted, and safeguarding standards — with robust data, DBS, and compliance oversight.
You’re an experienced, credible HR leader who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. Proven experience leading an HR business partnering or ER function in a multi-site or complex organisation.
Strong expertise in UK employment law and HR best practice.
A track record of handling complex employee relations cases with fairness and confidence.
Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills at all levels.
Experience in children’s services, education, or safeguarding-focused environments.
Pay range and compensation package
Salary up to £75K with annual bonus.
At Horizon Care & Education, we believe that when our people thrive, the children and young people in our care thrive too. Apply now to join a values-driven organisation where your expertise will help create exceptional experiences for our people and those we serve.